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Acer TravelMate 8573T Service Manual

Acer TravelMate 8573T Service Manual (322 pages)

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 18.46 MB

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Hardware Specifications

6
- Revision History
  2
- Table of Contents
  6
- Features
  9
  - Operating System
    9
  - Platform
    9
  - System Memory
    9
  - Display
    9
  - Graphics
    9
  - Storage Subsystem
    10
  - Audio Subsystem
    11
  - Communication
    11
  - Privacy Control
    11
  - Power Adapter and Battery
    12
  - Keyboard and Pointing Device
    12
  - I/O Ports
    13
  - Software and Tools
    13
  - Optional Items
    14
  - Warranty
    14
  - Dimensions and Weight
    14
  - Environment
    15
- Notebook Tour
  16
  - Open Front View
    16
  - Close Front View
    18
  - Left View
    19
  - Right View
    20
  - Base View
    21
  - Indicators
    22
  - Touchpad Basics
    23
  - Keyboard
    24
    
    Lock Keys
    25
    
    Windows Keys
    26
  - Hotkeys
    27
  - Special Keys
    28
  - D2D Recovery
    29
- Specification Tables
  31
  - Computer Specifications
    31
  - Processor
    32
  - Processor Specifications
    33
  - System Memory
    33
  - Graphics Controller
    34
  - VRAM (Discrete Models Only)
    34
  - System BIOS
    35
  - Keyboard
    35
  - Hard Disk Drive
    36
  - Super-Multi Drive
    37
  - Card Reader
    37
  - LCD Panel
    38
  - Supported LCD Resolutions
    38
  - Supported GPU Resolutions
    39
  - Audio Codec
    39
  - Audio Interface
    39
  - Webcam
    39
  - Lan
    40
  - Wireless LAN
    40
  - Bluetooth
    41
  - USB Interface
    41
  - HDMI Port
    41
  - Expansion Card
    41
  - System LED Indicators
    42
  - Battery Pack
    42
  - AC Adapter
    42
  - System Power Management
    43
  - System DMA Specification
    43
Chapter 2 System Utilities

50
- BIOS Setup Utility
  51
  - Navigating the BIOS Utility
    51
  - Bios Menus
    52
  - Cpu Speed
    52
  - Cpu Type
    52
  - Serial Number
    52
  - System Bios Version
    52
  - Setting a Password
    55
  - Changing a Password
    57
  - Removing a Password
    57
  - Network Boot
    58
  - Discard Changes
    59
  - Exit Discarding Changes
    59
  - Exit Saving Changes
    59
  - Load Setup Default
    59
  - Save Changes
    59
- System Utilities
  51
- BIOS Flash Utilities
  
  60
  - Dos Flash Utility
    61
  - Winflash Utility
    61
- Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities
  
  62
- Using DMI Tools
  
  65
  - LAN EEPROM Utility
    65
Table of Contents

68
- Machine Disassembly and Replacement
  71
  - Recommended Equipment
    71
  - Replacement Requirements
    71
  - Pre-Disassembly Instructions
    72
- Disassembly Process
  73
- External Module Disassembly Process
  74
  - External Modules Disassembly Flowchart
    74
  - Removing the Battery Pack
    75
  - Remove the Dummy Card
    76
  - Removing the ODD Module
    77
  - Removing the Base Door
    79
  - Removing the HDD Module
    81
  - Removing the WLAN Module
    84
  - Removing the Memory Modules
    86
- Main Unit Disassembly Process
  87
  - Main Unit Disassembly Flowchart
    87
  - Removing the Keyboard
    88
  - Removing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover
    91
  - Removing the Power Button Launch Board
    94
  - Removing the Smart Card Reader
    96
  - Removing the Fingerprint Board
    98
  - Removing the Touchpad Board
    100
  - Removing the USB Board
    103
  - Removing the TPM Board
    105
  - Removing the RTC Battery
    106
  - Removing the Mainboard
    107
  - Removing the Thermal Module
    112
  - Removing the CPU
    114
  - Removing the Speakers
    115
  - Removing the LAN Cable
    116
  - Removing the LCD Module
    117
- LCD Module Disassembly Process
  121
  - LCD Module Disassembly Flowchart
    121
  - Removing the LCD Bezel
    122
  - Removing the LCD Hinges
    124
  - Removing the LCD Panel
    125
  - Removing the Microphone
    127
  - Removing the Antennas
    128
- LCD Module Reassembly Process
  129
  - Replacing the Antennas
    129
  - Replacing the Microphone
    130
  - Replacing the LCD Panel
    131
  - Replacing the LCD Hinges
    133
  - Replacing the LCD Bezel
    134
- Main Unit Reassembly Process
  136
  - Replacing the LCD Module
    136
  - Replacing the LAN Cable
    139
  - Replacing the Speakers
    140
  - Replacing the CPU
    141
  - Replacing the Thermal Module
    143
  - Replacing the RTC Battery
    145
  - Replacing the Mainboard
    146
  - Replacing the USB Board
    150
  - Replacing the TPM Board
    152
  - Replacing the Fingerprint Board
    153
  - Replacing the Touchpad Board
    154
  - Replacing the Smart Card Reader
    157
  - Replacing the Power Button Launch Board
    159
  - Replacing the Palmrest Module/Upper Cover
    161
  - Replacing the Keyboard
    164
- External Module Reassembly Process
  166
  - Replacing the WLAN Module
    166
  - Replacing the Memory Modules
    168
  - Replacing the HDD Module
    169
  - Replacing the Base Door
    171
  - Replacing the ODD Module
    172
  - Replacing the Dummy Card
    175
  - Replacing the Battery Pack
    176
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

178
- General Information
  179
  - Troubleshooting
    179
  - Power on Issues
    180
  - No Display Issues
    181
    
    No Post or Video
    181
    
    Abnormal Video
    182
  - LCD Failure
    183
  - Keyboard Failure
    184
  - Touchpad Failure
    185
  - Internal Speaker Failure
    186
  - Sound Problems
    186
  - Microphone Failure
    188
  - USB Failure
    189
  - WLAN Failure
    190
  - Bluetooth Failure
    191
  - Card Reader Failure
    192
  - Thermal Unit Failure
    193
  - Other Functions Failure
    194
- Introduction
  179
- Intermittent Problems
  195
- Undetermined Problems
  195
- Error Codes
  196
- BIOS Beep Codes
  197
- POST Codes
  202
  - Component Codes
    202
  - Progress Codes
    206
Chapter 5 Jumper and Connector Locations

208
- Jumper and Connector Locations
  209
- Mainboard Layout
  209
- Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
  212
  - Clearing the BIOS Passwords
    212
  - Performing a BIOS Recovery
    213
    
    Main Assembly
    218
    
    Lcd Assembly
    220
    
    Fru List
    221
    
    Model Definition and Configuration
    233
    
    Test Compatible Components
    313
    
    Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test
    314
    
    Online Support Information
    321

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Acer TravelMate 8573T User Manual

Acer TravelMate 8573T User Manual (62 pages)

Acer TravelMate 5740: User Guide

Brand: Acer | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.31 MB

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions
3
- Using Electrical Power
  4
- Replacing the Battery Pack
  6
Operating Environment
7
Medical Devices
8
Vehicles
8
Potentially Explosive Environments
9
Emergency Calls
9
Disposal Instructions
9
- Mercury Advisory
  9
- Energy Star
  10
- Tips and Information for Comfortable Use
  10
- Finding Your Comfort Zone
  11
First Things First

13
- Your Guides
  13
- Basic Care and Tips for Using Your Computer
  13
Touchpad

21
- Touchpad Basics (with Fingerprint Reader)
  21
- Touchpad Basics (with Two-Click Buttons)
  22
Using the Keyboard

23
- Lock Keys and Embedded Numeric Keypad
  23
- Windows Keys
  24
Audio

25
- Acer Purezone (Only for Certain Models)
  25
Video

25
- 16:9 Display (Only for Certain Models)
  25
Using the System Utilities

26
Power Management

29
Acer Erecovery Management

30
- Burn Backup Discs
  31
- Restore
  32
  - Restore Windows from Backup Discs
    33
Battery Pack

35
- Battery Pack Characteristics
  35
  - Maximizing the Battery's Life
    35
- Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
  36
- Charging the Battery
  37
- Checking the Battery Level
  37
- Optimising Battery Life
  37
- Battery-Low Warning
  38
Taking Your Notebook PC with You

39
- Disconnecting from the Desktop
  39
- Moving Around
  39
  - Preparing the Computer
    39
  - What to Bring to Meetings
    40
- Taking the Computer Home
  40
  - Preparing the Computer
    40
  - What to Take with You
    40
  - Special Considerations
    41
  - Setting up a Home Office
    41
- Traveling with the Computer
  41
  - Preparing the Computer
    41
  - What to Take with You
    41
  - Special Considerations
    42
- Traveling Internationally with the Computer
  42
  - Preparing the Computer
    42
  - What to Bring with You
    42
Securing Your Computer

43
- Using a Computer Security Lock
  43
- Using Passwords
  43
  - Entering Passwords
    44
  - Setting Passwords
    44
Expanding through Options

45
- Connectivity Options
  45
- BIOS Utility
  50
  - Boot Sequence
    50
  - Enable Disk-To-Disk Recovery
    50
  - Password
    50
- Using Software
  51
  - Playing DVD Movies
    51
Frequently Asked Questions

52
- Recovery Cds
  54
- Requesting Service
  55
  - International Travelers Warranty (ITW)
    55
  - Before You Call
    55
Troubleshooting

56
- Troubleshooting Tips
  56
- Error Messages
  56
Regulations and Safety Notices

57

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